Introduction T.S. Eliot’s sorrowful and melancholy poem “The Hollow Men” was published in 1925. It addresses issues including moral decline, spiritual emptiness, and apocalyptic terror. It paints a depressing picture of humanity, highlighting how shallow and disjointed life is. In his rich and evocative depictions of a bleak and surreal environment, Eliot displays his command … Read more
Introduction The touching poem “Before the Birth of One of Her Children” by Anne Bradstreet explores a woman’s perspective on dying. The speaker writes this letter to her spouse when pregnant. ‘Before the Birth of One of Her Children,’ published in 1678, deals with the dark issue of child mortality. Bradstreet, who had eight children … Read more
Introduction In “Whose Mouth Do I Speak With” by Suzanne Rancourt, the narrator describes their cherished recollections of their father in a tone of adoration. The poem evokes nostalgia and warmth as it digs into the speaker’s childhood recollections, which revolve around a simple yet meaningful experience like eating spruce gum. The poet depicts a … Read more
Introduction “The Dream” is a poem by renowned English poet and theologian John Donne that was first printed in 1633, following Donne’s demise. Since then, the poem has been well-known for its complex use of philosophical ideas and its treatment of subjects like love, death, and spirituality. Despite being published more than 400 years ago, … Read more
Introduction ‘Alone’ was written by renowned American poet and novelist Edgar Allan Poe. It is a poetic poem that contains somber and depressing observations about existence. In 1875, Scribner’s Monthly published it for the first time. The poet’s early recollections are recalled in the poem. It also shows how his life has been impacted by … Read more
Introduction The poem “Sympathy” by Paul Laurence Dunbar explores the feelings and experiences of a trapped bird in a profound and moving way. The poem represents the African American experience and the desire for freedom and equality because it was written at a time of racial segregation and persecution. Famous African American poet Dunbar, who … Read more
Introduction “You’re” is a poem by Sylvia Plath that displays the joy and eagerness of Motherhood, and shares the experience of carrying a life. The poem instils a playful tone as Plath teases her unborn child by comparing it to bizarre things. About the Poet Sylvia Plath is an American poet mostly known for her … Read more
Introduction: ‘Ode On A Grecian Urn’ is a poem written by John Keats. As the title suggests, it is in tribute to a Grecian urn and pays homage to its, and by extension, all of beauty. About the Poet: John Keats (1795-1821) was an eminent English Poet. He was a notable Romantic, attaining fame after … Read more
Introduction “A refusal to Mourn the Death, by Fire, of a Child in London” is a poem by Dylan Thomas, written in the 20th century. The poem focuses on the tragic death of London’s daughter caused by fire and the morning that all the citizens go through. The poet strongly refuses to lament on this … Read more
Introduction The well-known Irish poet Seamus Heaney’s poem “Casting and Gathering” is about tradition, nature, and time passing. The cyclical aspect of life and the interdependence of human experiences with the natural world are reflected in the title, which refers to a process of letting go and bringing together. Heaney explores the customs of rural … Read more
